Hello, newbie here.

January 26, 2004

Hi,

My name is Trenda. I am in Maryland and have Tricare Prime, Region 1. I have been on this lap band journey now for about 1 1/2 years due to a relocation mid way through. I am now about to pull my hair out because I am nearing the end of the road. I have submitted my insurance paperwork and am awaiting a decision. I feel so helpless. I don't enjoy the idea that some stranger is about to determine the outcome of the rest of my life. I know that sounds extrememly melodramatic, but that's how I am feeling right now. Thanks for your time,

Trenda

January 26, 2004

hi,

i am in the beginning stages of wanting the lap band surgery, i too have tricare insurance. is it hard to get approval? i have read that if you are at least 100 ponds ovweweight and have one additional thing wrong, ex. high blood pressure, diabetes etc they will approve, i am so hopping so. let me know your progess.

deb

Bright · January 26, 2004

Welcome to Lap Band Talk - I'm sorry you are feeling so stressed and frustrated right now - I really hope your insurance comes through for you and I would advise you to read through the many archived posts here, as lots of people discuss how they got through the difficult waiting time - there is wonderful support on this forum during all the difficult stages of pre-lap band.

Wishing you luck on your journey, and of course with your insurance company